Tifton has design and build contractors. Earlier (or conventionally), a building project proceeds in three steps, called design-bid-build. In this case, there is a separation between the designer, usually an architect, engineer or architectural technologist. The construction is taken care of by the general contractor, who employs subcontractors, and so on. This was, in part, due to the American Institute of Architects' code of ethics and professional conduct that forbade architects from offering construction services. This was later removed. Now, design and build contractors are available in Tifton, who aim to provide integrated design and construction services. This may be a more resourceful and efficient way of construction, as the building project goals are straightforward and managed by a single team. It is also more dynamic, as the management is vested with either a single team, or a single entity. Decisions are taken faster, and are more open to adaptations. This has become rapidly popular in the last two decades in the country.
